While the buildings in our towns, cities and villages are all built from a variety of materials, older buildings will no doubt be made from some form of stone. If you look around you in any area you will see intricate and decorative stonework which has been specially crafted. Stone has a long and … Continue reading
Shot blasting and grit blasting are great methods for preparing surfaces. Using either material, fired at high speeds, we can prepare a surface to either be repainted, resealed or simply to offer it a new lease of life. It’s a great way of removing rust, stains, scaling and old coats of paint which no … Continue reading
When a building is in disrepair and in need of some TLC, there is often a train of thought that ultimately leads to demolition. This is a rash decision that is taken to clear away the perceived problems with property, but it isn’t the only answer. Demolition or Restoration? In this article we’ll argue against … Continue reading
The argument over graffiti and it’s status is something we’ve previously covered, but what is the impact of unauthorised graffiti on businesses? In this article we take a look at the ways in which local businesses and their neighbourhoods are affected by graffiti and tagging on cars, walls, doors and any other property. It reduces … Continue reading
Retail is a tricky thing to get right and the smallest margins can mean the difference between making profit and making a loss. It’s for this reason that every store owner, whether part of a chain or an independent store, wants to make the most of their space and create an inviting and engaging place … Continue reading
Part of getting your custom for your business is through the creation of a brand and if you have vehicles which you use as part of your day to day work tasks then it might be time you started to think about branding those vehicles. You can brand your vans or cars with vehicle spray … Continue reading
When you need to have your shop fitted, either so you can open the business as new or simply refurbish the existing store, you need to know that you’re going to get the highest quality workmanship and materials. The way your shop looks can impact directly on how customers perceive your business from both inside … Continue reading
In the world of sandblasting there are many different ways in which we can clean up, strip or even out the surface of materials. Though sand has long been banned from usage because of the deadly silicosis, you can still use a range of much safer substances to help create a perfect finish, whether you’re … Continue reading
For the restoration of many materials and surfaces, you need something that little bit more powerful. Sandblasting, or grit blasting as it has changed into, is useful in a variety of situations to help remove paint, rust and any other surface material to leave a clean finish. This technique is used most commonly for metals … Continue reading
Many people will have heard the phrase “listed building” or “building conservation” thrown around in television shows and on the internet, but with all the red tape which surrounds these buildings there are few who actually understand the legislation. In this short guide we have collected up key information about the legislation regarding protected buildings … Continue reading
